"___ the worst" ("This could be really bad news") (2 wds.) Crossword Clue

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"___ the worst" ("This could be really bad news") (2 wds.) Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

REALLY (adverb)
1. used as intensifiers; `real’ is sometimes used informally for `really’; `rattling’ is informal
2. in actual fact
WORST (verb)
1. defeat thoroughly
WORST (adjective)
1. (superlative of `bad’) most wanting in quality or value or condition
WORST (noun)
1. the greatest damage or wickedness of which one is capable
2. the least favorable outcome

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